1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 752 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat X1-9 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat X1-9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
